Waynesville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Waynesville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 113. Residents earn $45,787 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
113 Population 1,413/sq mi density
$45,787 Median Income $26,265 per capita
$134,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,787 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,500 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,787
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,500
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Waynesville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population113
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density1,413/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,787
Per Capita$26,265
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,284M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation600 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute15 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries3

Is Waynesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waynesville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Waynesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waynesville is $45,787, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waynesville is $134,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Waynesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Waynesville has a population of 113 with a density of 1,413 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

113
Total Population
1,413
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Waynesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waynesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waynesville is $45,787, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Waynesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,787
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,265
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$81,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,119
County GDP$9,284M

Business (County)

Restaurants168
Healthcare242
Retail293
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Waynesville is $134,500, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,500
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%

Health Metrics: Waynesville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,281/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities242

Crime Rates: Waynesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Waynesville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,413/sq mi
Coordinates39.1129°N, 85.8910°W
County FIPS18005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.3-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 27.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,413/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities242
Restaurants168
Retail Stores293

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.9%

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